Postdoctoral Research Associate Level I to V (Clinical Translational Sciences - CTS) (Phoenix)

Postdoctoral Research Associate Level I to V (Clinical Translational Sciences - CTS) (Phoenix) Posting Number req23238 Department Senior VP Health Sciences Department Website Link Location Greater Phoenix Area Address Phoenix, AZ USA Position Highlights

The Radovick Lab at UArizona Phoenix has an opening for a post-doctoral researcher to study the role of the hypothalamus in regulating reproductive hormone secretion. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and co-author publications. The effects of sex steroids and neural proteins on brain circuits controlling puberty and fertility are a key focus. Research is conducted in mouse models, addressing the interaction of hormones and neuropeptides in coordinating the brains regulation of puberty and reproduction. Lab techniques include a combination of in vivo animal work and bench work.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct research in mouse models, addressing the interaction of hormones and neuropeptides in coordinating the brains regulation of puberty and reproduction.
• Independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.
• Grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Participate at scientific conferences and present findings.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of coordinating experiments, and completing analysis, statistics, and interpretation.
• Ability to communicate in a clear, concise manner orally and in writing.
• Ability to participate at scientific conferences and present findings.
• Knowledge of grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Demonstrated ability to independently develop reports and manuscripts and present findings in tabular, oral, written, and/or graphic formats.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience, molecular biology, physiology, endocrinology, or reproduction or related field of study.

Preferred Qualifications

• Individuals with backgrounds in neuroscience, molecular biology, physiology, endocrinology, or reproduction are encouraged to apply. Must have a proven record of productive research as a graduate student or early-level postdoc. Please note that U.S. citizens or green card holders will receive top preference due to eligibility for NIH postdoctoral fellowships. However, exceptional international candidates with a productive track record may also be considered.

FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Full Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 40 Job FTE 1.0 Work Calendar Fiscal Job Category Research Benefits Eligible Yes - Full Benefits Rate of Pay NIH salary guidelines, Depends on Experience Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 1 Target Hire Date 6/24/2025 Expected End Date Contact Information for Candidates Heather Juarez, ... Open Date 6/24/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter Special Instructions to Applicant

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